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FINANCIAL AID RATE

75%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

20:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

32

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$3,521

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Administrative Assistant Training

The administrative assistant program at Amarillo College prepares students for careers as an administrative assistant, executive assistant, marketing assistant, office manager, or sales assistant. The program focuses on performing the duties of administrative assistants, secretaries, and stenographers. Program courses include: business communications, principles of business law, word processing and data entry, office machines operation and maintenance, office procedures, public relations, secretarial accounting, filing systems and records management, and report preparation. Get more details below including other Texas colleges that offer administrative assistant training.

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Amarillo College (Alvin)

3110 Mustang Rd, Alvin, TX

Amarillo College in West Texas has something for everyone, no matter what type of student you might be. With affordable tuition, a sleuth of student resources and six campuses across three Texas Counties; any student within the area would be hard-pressed to ignore all the benefits.

AC offers prospective students over 140 degrees and certificates combined. AC also provides weekend classes, distance learning for both working students, and students wishing to continue their education. Amarillo College is well known for its Career and Technical certifications and programs, with specialized training in fields such as; Aerospace manufacturing, aviation maintenance, and Machining technology, just to name a few.

There are currently over 11,000 students enrolled at AC, however, this spans across several campuses. Tuition costs are very affordable at AC, with in-state students paying just under $1000 per year. Out of state students can expect to pay over $2000 per year. Financial aid is available for students in need, along with many scholarship options and other loan types.

Students looking to get social both on campus and off will enjoy the many clubs and student activities offered throughout AC. Around town students can enjoy special events that include block parties and a city fair during the fall. In the spring and summer, many will enjoy the two amusement parks close by.

Amarillo College provides for every kind of student, no matter if you want to attend full-time, part-time, online or upgrade special skills. For more information about Amarillo College, please visit their website.

Students Enrolled in the Administrative Assistant Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Amarillo College has offered the following program levels for students:

  • Less Than One Year Certificate
  • Less Than Two-Year Award
  • Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Less Than One Year Certificate5
Less Than Two-Year Award18
Associate's Degree10

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male1
Female32

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Black3
Hispanic17
White10
Multiple Races2
Unknown1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Administrative Assistant program at Alvin, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants

Description

Provide high-level administrative support by conducting research, preparing statistical reports, handling information requests, and performing clerical functions such as preparing correspondence, receiving visitors, arranging conference calls, and scheduling meetings. May also train and supervise lower-level clerical staff.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, executive secretaries and executive administrative assistants employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
    • Total Employment: 12
    • Average Hourly Rate: $28.49
    • Average Annual Salary: $59270

Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive

Description

Perform routine clerical and administrative functions such as drafting correspondence, scheduling appointments, organizing and maintaining paper and electronic files, or providing information to callers.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, secretaries and administrative assistants, except legal, medical, and executive employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land, TX
    • Total Employment: 43
    • Average Hourly Rate: $17.28
    • Average Annual Salary: $35950

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Alvin accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help students and alumni, Amarillo College may offer student services including:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial instructional courses
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Employment search assistance
  • Child care